PHOTO GALLERY: RailFest 2017

Local train enthusiasts flocked to the Robert W. Willaford Railroad Museum on Saturday, April 8, for the annual RailFest celebration.

The all-ages event included food, games, live music, miniature train rides and an appearance by Plant City namesake Henry B. Plant. City Manager Mike Herr accepted the 2017 Golden Spike Award on behalf of the City of Plant City, which was named the winner of the award, and Railroad Spike Productions' Caleb Thomas was given a Little Tike Award for his enthusiasm and commitment to the museum.